Summer Road Trips in Delaware
Routes
27
Avg Distance
82 mi
Avg Drive
1h 47m
Destinations
22
Delaware's summer drives offer a low-elevation experience, with most routes staying under 100 feet and averaging around 80 miles. You'll find plenty of green space along the way, with all 30 routes featuring park access. Drives are generally short, averaging just under two hours, making them perfect for a summer day trip. For those with electric vehicles, some routes boast excellent coverage with numerous DC fast chargers.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.44/gal
Diesel: $6.28/gal
Typical trip cost
$9–$18
One-way, ~82 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~29 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-10-19
Climate through the year: Delaware
Delaware peaks at around 87°F in Jul and cools to 41°F / 26°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~4.7 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41 | 26 | 3.2 | 6.1 |
| Feb | 44 | 27 | 2.8 | 7.8 |
| Mar | 53 | 34 | 4.2 | 3.1 |
| Apr | 64 | 44 | 3.5 | 0.1 |
| May | 74 | 53 | 3.6 | — |
| Jun peak | 82 | 63 | 4.7 | — |
| Jul peak | 87 | 68 | 4.4 | — |
| Aug peak | 85 | 67 | 4 | — |
| Sep | 79 | 59 | 4.4 | — |
| Oct | 67 | 47 | 3.7 | — |
| Nov | 56 | 37 | 3.1 | 0.2 |
| Dec | 46 | 30 | 3.9 | 2.9 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for DE — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Ocean View, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
This coastal-to-northern DE route offers a high drive score of 8. With mostly flat terrain and access to parks, it's a solid choice for exploring the state's varied landscapes without significant climbs, topping out at just 99 feet.
Editor's pick
Bethany Beach, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
Boasting an excellent EV coverage score and 27 DC fast chargers, this 102-mile drive is ideal for electric vehicle travelers. It also features park access and maintains a low elevation throughout its mostly flat terrain.
Editor's pick
Selbyville, DE → Pike Creek Valley, DE
Through: Baltimore
Reaching a slightly higher elevation of 240 feet, this route still offers a drive score of 8 and park access. It's a good option for experiencing more varied terrain while staying within Delaware's generally flat profile.
Ocean View, DE → Newark, DE
Elsmere, DE → Frankford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Georgetown
Ocean View, DE → New Castle, DE
Through: New Jersey → New York
Claymont, DE → Seaford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Salisbury +1 more
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Rehoboth Beach, DE
Seaford, DE → Bellefonte, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia
Seaford, DE → Edgemoor, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia
Delmar, DE → Bear, DE
Through: Wilmington
Seaford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia +2 more
Wilmington, DE → Lewes, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Rehoboth Beach
Bellefonte, DE → Georgetown, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Lewes, DE
Through: Rehoboth Beach
Seaford, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore
Georgetown, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Baltimore
Elsmere, DE → Milton, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Rehoboth Beach
Milford, DE → Claymont, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → Edgemoor Industrial Park
Bellefonte, DE → Milford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Milford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Elsmere, DE → Harrington, DE
Through: Baltimore → Dover → Beaches +2 more
Elsmere, DE → Felton, DE
Through: Baltimore → Dover → Beaches +2 more
Georgetown, DE → Townsend, DE
Dover, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Rodney Village, DE
Through: Salisbury → Norfolk
Newark, DE → Wyoming, DE
Through: Beaches → Salisbury → Norfolk